La Bella Vision

Congratulations from La Bella Vision!!

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:13:00 +0000

We would like to wish all of the newly engaged couples a congratulations!!! We know it's a very exciting time for you and we suggest that you take some time out (even if it's not a lot of time) to really enjoy your engagement. We want you to relax and take everything in before the work begins. Once the work begins, if you ever need help remember La Bella Vision and other local planners are available to help you in your time of need.

Good luck and happy planning!!

Foody Friday's!!: EVERYTHING MINI!

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 15:44:00 +0000

Your heard us right! MINI! How could that not be the greatest idea for your next event? I'm talking cocktail hour, kids parties, cocktail event...You Name It! Serve all of your favorite foods in small portions.

(Photo Credit: CulinaryCory.com)

(Photo Credit: ClayVision.com)

(Photo Credit: lilyandtherose.com)

Congratulations to the Prince and Princess of Monaco!!

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 17:00:00 +0000

2011 is the year of royal weddings!! First the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, William and Catherine in April. Now, Prince Albert, son of Prince Rainier III and Princess Grace Kelly, to Charlene Wittstock, a former South African competitive swimmer.


Photo Credit: Hello Magazine

Isn't she beautiful?! She is wearing a silk Giorgio Armani gown with a nearly 16 foot train that screams simple elegance. A trend that isn't going away any time soon. Embellished with 40,000 crystals and 20,000 beads made from Mother-of-Pearl, this gown took lots of hard work and great attention to detail that definitely paid off. She chose a beautiful silver jeweled headpiece instead of a tiara or jewelry. They were joined by 2 matrons of honor and 6 bridesmaid, and over 4,000 guests that included Karl Lagerfeld and Naomi Campbell at the traditional Catholic mass that was conducted in French, Afrikaans, and English.

For the reception, the bride as well as some of the guests changed into their evening attire for their lavish affair. There was a huge fireworks display that included a giant bouquet of fire flowers and we can't forget the wedding cake.


Photo Credit: Hello Magazine

I am seriously in cake heaven right now! This enormous (or ginormous-as I love to say) cake was made with over 100 pounds of strawberries and 2,000 edible flowers, including Proteas, the national flower of South Africa in honor of Princess Charlene. Do you think there were any leftovers? A girl can always dream right?

We want to wish Prince Albert and Princess Charlene a beautifully, blessed marriage!! Congratulations again Prince and Princess of Monaco.

1,000 Word Thursday ::: Boudoir Photo Shoot

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 18:39:00 +0000

1,000 Word Thursday is back!!! This week will not be about a particular photographer but a type of photography...Boudoir!

Boudoir Rouge Photo

Want to give your husband or wife-to be a sneak peek at what your wedding night will be like? We love boudoir photo shoots as an elegant way to show your fiance how much you can't wait to be married. That's right grooms, this type of shoot is not just for the ladies! You can definitely take some boudoir photos and give them to your bride as a present before the wedding.

Pussycat Pinups

Ladies can do a pin-up style shoot or wear a jersey from their fiance's favorite sports team. Guys...think GQ! Don't forget to accessorize...pearls, boas, neckties, pillows, motorcycles. Whatever you choose, remember to get creative and have fun! A boudoir shoot can be as revealing as YOU choose as long as feel comfortable and confident. It will definitely show in the pictures.

Bad Kitty Photography

Remember brides and grooms, this is only for your husband or wife-to-be's eyes, so don't be shy and show them how happy you are to have found someone like them.

Let us know what you think or if you have a boudoir shoot planned!

Happy Planning!

Foodie Friday's: APPETIZERS!

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 21:12:00 +0000

Hey folks!

Appetizers are a must have for your next event!!! It's not often that we think about appetizers for our events, especially since we mainly think about the MEAL itself. Who doesn’t like food right? Great food can be a conversation starter for your guests. When I was a little girl, my favorite appetizer was the combination of Cheese- Ham- Olive stacked on a tooth pick.

Let’s talk appetizers!!!! Doll them up or serve them buffet style.

PHOTO CREDIT: MEMORABLEWEDDINGIDEAS.COM

PHOTO CREDITS: SLASHFOOD.COM

Still Unsure Why You Need a Wedding Planner?...

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Tue, 03 May 2011 23:21:00 +0000

My friend's cousin held her wedding reception at a venue in Lynwood. She said the place wasn’t so lovely on the outside, but beautiful on the inside. I asked her to send me the contact info and let me know her thoughts after the wedding.

My friend said the venue was so unorganized that she would never recommend this venue to anyone. Well my response was, “That's why you have a planner”. A planner will crack the whip while you enjoy your wedding celebration. This is an INVESTMENT that you WANT to make. Some engaged couples and their families view having a planner as added expense rather than an investment in ensuring that their wedding goes as planned.

Who wants to be bothered with vendors when you are in the middle of a toast? Where's that photographer during the first dance? Why is the videographer at your parent's table instead of capturing the priceless memories? Your planner will have most of your thoughts already in mind so that you don’t have to worry about every vendor interruption or mishap, should they arise.

So go ahead and contact us, we don't bite but we will make sure that your wedding goes off without a hitch.

Happy Planning!

Come Visit Us This Sunday!!!

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 23:01:00 +0000

Come and visit us and other great vendors at the Here Come The Brides Bridal Show this Sunday, March 27th. Talk with amazing vendors that want to help make your wedding day about you and your vision. There will also be a fashion show featuring beautiful gowns.

Here's where we'll be...

Woodland Hills Country Club - Woodland Hills
21150 Dumetz Road
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
12pm-4pm

Admission is just $10 at the door or $8 with advance registration. If you buy your ticket online, you can get 2 for the price of 1! Also, military personnel are invited to join us for free!

What better way to spend your weekend than planning your wedding with great vendors?

Wedding favor ideas

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 00:03:00 +0000

I love reusable bags! I get them from all my favorite stores. This favor/gift idea is the cutest thing ever! It can say what ever you want it today or event a picture of the happy couple!

(Photo Credit: Martha Stewart.com)

Here Come The Brides - The Elegant Bridal Experience

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 18:48:00 +0000

Where will you be on January 29th?

Well, if you have no plans or a little extra time, come and visit us at the Here Come The Brides Bridal Show. Talk with amazing vendors that want to help make your wedding day about you and your vision. There will also be a fashion show featuring beautiful gowns.

Here's where we'll be...

Crossroads Church - Corona
2331 Kellogg Ave
Corona CA 92881
12pm-4pm

Admission is just $10 at the door or $8 with advance registration. If you buy your ticket online, you can get 2 for the price of 1! Also, military personnel are invited to join us for free!

What better way to spend your weekend than planning your wedding with great vendors?

Hope to see you there!

It's 2011!!!

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Sat, 01 Jan 2011 23:04:00 +0000

We hope for the best days, months, and year ahead from the La Bella Vision family to yours!!

Nicole Richie looks stunning in Machesa!

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 17:00:00 +0000

...and 100 yards of tulle and organza!! This is one of the 3 gowns that Nicole wore that night and was inspired by fashion icon Grace Kelly.

Photo Credit: Coco Perez

It just screams love and life. It's absolutely beautiful! Can't you feel the love just oozing out of the picture?

A few more for your viewing pleasure...

Photo Credit: Coco Perez

I just love the lace sleeves for this winter wedding and their names embroidered on it. What's your favorite part of the gown?

Congratulations Nicole and Joel!! Much success to you and your beautiful family.

Wedding Planning- Where to start?

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 21:54:00 +0000

The idea of wedding planning is something most young girls think about at an early age. Whether you’ve just got your first tea set or you’ve been planning Barbie & Ken’s big day. The idea of marrying your prince charming is one we’ve all dreamed about.

So your prince charming has proposed and you both set a date. Where do you start? who do i call? How do i make time? I bet you’d never guessed that planning you big day would be so over whelming. Especially if you work full time and have children.

The best suggestion is a journal! Get a binder and folders with pockets. Gather all your thoughts and ideas, newspaper & magazine clippings. All ideas that your heart desires for the big day. Put all this information in your binder. Your binder will be your best friend throughout your planning process!!

Your tabs should be something like this:

Ceremony
Reception
Flowers/ Decorations
Photography/Videographer
Attire
Stationary
Misc

You can add more tabs as you go long but these are the basics.

1,000 Words Thursday:::Awesome Photographers

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 15:00:00 +0000

It's always said that a picture is worth a thousand words and we agree 100%! Your wedding photographs capture the special moments and create memories that will last forever. Choosing the right photographer to capture those moments is very important. You have to find someone who fits your style and personality. Someone who is able to capture exactly what you are looking for. The love, joy, excitement...all of the emotions that are present when a bride and groom become husband and wife.

We are starting a series called 1,000 Words Thursday where we will feature a different photographer that we think can capture those moments beautifully and effortlessly. So, without further ado, our first photographer is Harrison Long of Long Photography.

Photo credit: Long Photography

Isn't this photo beautiful? Not only is Harrison able to capture the joy of a bride and groom seeing each other for the first time on their wedding day, his photos are modern and very artistic.

Photo credit: Long Photography

His photos make you feel like you were there. Simply beautiful!

Please go to his website or blog to see more stunning photos and book him for your wedding or engagement!

Let's Have A Toast!:::Fall Signature Cocktails

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 21:54:00 +0000

When I think of fall, I think of Pumpkin Pie, Carmel Apples, and Apple Cider. Beautiful reds, warm golden browns, with pops of orange and visions of the fall leaves on the ground come to mind.

As you plan your fall themed wedding, you don't want to forget your signature cocktail. It should be a drink that reminds you and your guests of fall and the beauty that it brings. It can coordinate with your wedding colors or simply be an all time favorite of the bride and groom. Whatever you decide on, make it delicious and memorable.

Here are a few ideas that we found that would make a delicious reminder of your beautiful fall wedding:

Pumpkin Spice Martini

Ingredients:

1 1/2 oz rye whiskey
1 1/2 oz Modern Spirits Pumpkin Pie Vodka or Hiram Walker Pumpkin Spice Liqueur
1/2 oz triple sec
1/4 oz anise liqueur
1 egg white
3 dashes Angostura aromatic bitters
grated nutmeg for garnish (optional)

Preparation:

Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake vigorously (to ensure the egg is properly mixed)
Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
Sprinkle grated nutmeg on top if desired.

Isn't that beautiful? Here are a couple more cocktails that would be great for your fall wedding.

Red Caramel Apple Martini
Pomegranate Sangria

Cheers!

DIY Centerpiece Ideas!

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 03:39:00 +0000

Everyone wants to cut cost somewhere! Here are a few unique ideas we found on the net to share with you. Put your favorite flowers in these cute vases and VOILA! You have created simple yet decorative centerpieces.

(Photo credit: Every Day With Rachael Ray)

(Photo credit: http://www.designstoremember.com/)

(Photo Credit: http://www.designstoremember.com/)

Tips to make these your own:

Add colored ribbon to compliment the linens.
Use colored rocks or floralytes to the water.
You can even use fresh fruit instead of flowers or both!
Dont forget the candles!

Here Comes The Brides - The Elegant Bridal Experience

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 15:00:00 +0000

This past Sunday, we had a chance to have a booth at our first bridal show. We could not have asked for a better experience for our first show. We got the opportunity to meet wonderful vendors who we will definitely be working with in the future as well as some beautiful brides whose weddings we hope to the opportunity to be apart of. Our booth was designed by our friends at Flowers on Mars and we never stopped receiving compliments on how beautifully blinged out it was.

While at the show we also held a raffle for all of the brides who visited our booth. The winning bride will receive our day-of coordination package free (an $850 value). We will be announcing the winner of the raffle on the blog next week.

We definitely enjoyed our experience at the bridal show and be on the look out for La Bella Vision at many more!!

Happy Planning!!

La Bella Vision Loves Wish Upon A Wedding!

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:00:00 +0000

It's National Raise Awareness Week for Wish Upon A Wedding and what better way to raise awareness for such a wonderful organization than to tell you why we love them so much!

Wish Upon A Wedding (WUW) is America's ONLY Wedding Wish Granting Organization. Wish Upon A Wedding, along with vendors throughout the nation, produces weddings and civil union ceremonies for terminally ill individuals. How could you not love them? The organization has 20 chapters throughout the nation with more opening up soon.

So, how can you help? Well, it's very simple and quick. If you would like to be a wish granter in your area or a committee volunteer, simply go to their site and fill out the online application form. Wish Upon A Wedding is looking for everyone from caterers to videographers.

If you have a wedding wish that you want to be granted, this is simple too! By visiting the site, you can learn more about the wish granting process and who can apply. It's as simple as filling out an online application to be considered.

So, if you have been looking for ways to help others, we think this is a great organization to start with.

We can't wait to help out!

P.S. Don't forget to become a fan on Facebook and follow them on Twitter!

When, Who & Where?

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 02:09:00 +0000

You just got engaged and you have your budget set. You are ready to get to work. "So, what's the next step", you ask...The task at hand should be your date, guest list, and location. Your wedding date and guest list are very important when considering a location for your special day.

Something important to think about when setting your wedding date is that this is the day that you and your husband/wife-to-be will celebrate as the day that your lives became one. Will it be a day that is significant for your entire family? Or will it be one that only has very special meaning to the two of you? How flexible are you with your date? Will you consider changing it if your desired location is booked on the day that you have chosen?

Once your date is set, it is time to move on to the guest list. Who do you want to share in this special day with you? Will it be an intimate affair with your closest family & friends? Will you invite all of your distant aunts, uncles, and cousins who you don't talk to regularly but would be devastated if they didn't receive an invitation? Can your desired location accommodate you and all of your guests?

Our next post will expand on the where part of this post. There are many options available when deciding on a location for your wedding. Remember that whatever you decide, it should be a reflection of you as a couple.

Happy Planning!!

What's Your Magic Number?

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:53:00 +0000

You just got engaged and you're so excited, you don't know where to start. A great way to start planning your wedding is by setting your budget. Your magic number. Your budget will help you stay on track and out of debt.

Establishing a budget helps you determine what aspect of your wedding is most important to you and how much you want to spend in each area. Do you want flowers flown in from all parts of the world or would you prefer locally grown seasonal flowers for your wedding? Would you like to offer a 7-course meal full of gourmet delicacies? These, as well as many more, are important questions to consider when figuring out what your budget will be.

Whatever your magic number is, make sure it's an amount that you are comfortable spending to ensure that your wedding is exactly what YOU want it to be. It's also important to include a little extra money in case any surprises arise because, although you will have a wonderful wedding planner to assist you & make sure everything goes as planned, it's always a great idea to have a back up plan. So...what's your magic number?

Happy Planning!!

We're on Facebook!

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 19:30:00 +0000

Come on and check us out!

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Recession-Proof Wedding Tips

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 20:38:00 +0000

We know that times are getting tough, but that doesn't mean that you have to delay your wedding planning. We've come up with some tips to help you successfully execute an elegant event.

-Set a budget and stick to it! I can't stress how important it is to set a budget. Whether it's $1,500 or $15,000. Know exactly how much you can afford. Cut back on spending habits. This is YOUR wedding that you are planning.

-Wedding decor can be expensive, but don't let that get you down. Ask a few friends to help you decorate. Search the web, look for DIY alternatives (check out DIY Bride, she's the best!), and get creative.

- Have your wedding at a friend or family members home or at your local park.

-DJ's are expesive but you can download all your songs on your ipod and time your play list.

- Shorten your guest list. We know that sounds crazy, but it can help.

We hope these tips could help you in any way.

La Bella Vision is here to help you plan. No budget is too small for us. We are help to help!

Congratulations Andrea & Glenn!!!

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 21:20:00 +0000

They had a very glamorous wedding that was taped for Platinum Weddings on WE. We had a great time working hard to make their wedding day special while also ringing in the new year with all of their close family and friends. Thank you Andrea and Glenn for allowing us to be apart of your special day!! We wish you nothing but blessings and happiness in the future.

Valentine's Day Special

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 20:15:00 +0000

We thought it would be nice to give you our gift early. Enjoy affordable wedding planning services from La Bella Vision. We want to help you make your day unforgettable! So we are offering this special to brides and grooms as a way to cut back costs while you are planning your wedding. For information on package details, call or email us now!! We can't wait to hear from you!

* Must book by February 28, 2009.

What's for Dessert at Your Inauguration Celebration?

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:45:00 +0000

Congratulations to our 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama!!

Photo Credit: Hansen's Cakes

If you haven't decided yet, Hansen's Cakes has got you covered. They have ready-to-go cakes available on a first-come, first-served basis at their Los Angeles location. If you want something more personal, just let them know by two o'clock today and they will take care of you.

Stop by or call one of their three locations to fulfill your celebratory needs:

Los Angeles
1072 South Fairfax Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90019
323.936.4332

Beverly Hills
193 South Beverly Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
310.273.3759

Tarzana
18432 Ventura Blvd.
Tarzana, CA 91358
818.708.1208

Email your questions to Suzi Finer, hansencakes@gmail.com

Flowers on Mars January Showcase

noreply@blogger.com (La Bella Vision) — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 19:33:00 +0000

Our friends at Flowers on Mars are extending an invitation to their showroom to all brides-to-be and soon-to-be engaged women. This is a great opportunity for brides to get ideas for their special day as well as meet some great industry professionals.

Photo by Maya Myers from the December Showcase

Flowers on Mars Event Design Showroom for Brides
Winter Wonderland Theme
January 18, 2009
11AM to 4PM

Featuring Wedding Planner Wenda Evans from More Than Just Weddings and photographer Janice Trowbridge.

6033 West Century Blvd., 4th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90045
RSVP to info@flowersonmars.com

Also check out their blog here for more inspiration and ideas.